Buce ‘Belindae’ is a unique aquarium plant featuring thin leaves with distinctively curly edges that resemble a miniature bush of palm trees. This variety displays a vibrant range of light to dark green tones and is known for frequently producing elegant white flowers when established. Highly versatile, it can be grown submerged or emersed, usually attached to hardscape such as driftwood or rocks rather than being buried in traditional aquarium substrate. It is an exquisite choice for the foreground or midground of freshwater aquascapes, where its architectural, thin-leafed form adds specialized texture and depth within a planted tank.
Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bucephalandra belindae |
| Common Name(s) | Buce Belindae, Belindae |
| Family | Araceae |
| Plant Type | Epiphyte (Rhizome) |
| Care Difficulty | Beginner / Easy (Low-Tech Compatible) |
| Light Requirement | Low to Medium |
| CO2 Requirement | Not Required (Accelerates growth & color density) |
| Placement / Usage | Foreground Detail, Midground Accent, Fine Texture Accent |
| Height / Size | 2"–4" (5.0–10.0 cm) |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Water Parameters | pH 6.0–7.5 | Temperature 68°F–80°F (20°C–26°C) |
| Propagation Method | Rhizome Division (Separate with sharp shears) |
| Origin | Borneo (Endemic) |
1. Why is my Bucephalandra melting?
Bucephalandra melt can occur after changes in water chemistry, temperature, or lighting. If the rhizome remains firm, keep it attached to hardscape while the plant acclimates and produces new submerged growth.
2. Can I plant Bucephalandra in substrate?
Bucephalandra is an epiphyte, so never bury its rhizome in sand or gravel. Attach it to driftwood or rocks, or wedge the roots into hardscape while keeping the rhizome exposed.
3. Is Bucephalandra ‘Belindae’ beginner-friendly?
Yes. Bucephalandra ‘Belindae’ is a beginner-friendly, low-light aquarium plant that grows without specialized substrate or pressurized CO₂, making it well suited for low-tech planted aquariums.
Overall rating: 4.6907215 / 5 from 97 reviews.
Bucephalandra Belindae is a slow-growing aquarium plant with thin, curly leaves that range from light to dark green. Customers appreciate its healthy roots, excellent quality, and the nice color of the plant. It thrives under low to moderate lighting and can be attached to aquarium hardscape. CO2 injection is recommended for better growth.
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"Showed up in a healthy good condition"
"Great quality and large amount for the price"
"Wow this plant is awesome. First time with this seller has some great quality plants"
"Received all plants just fine, except the water wisteria :’(. That one arrived melted and very stinky 😅. Buce Plants is still one of the best places to order aquarium plants/supplies."
"Very nice little buce variety, came healthy and ready to plant, definitely recommend this variety if you need some variation in the size of your plants."
"Received two rizomes so that was good. However one was bent in a severe curve so had difficulty attaching it. So plant not facing light it sideways a bit. Fingers crossed it rights itself to face light source with time"
"really nice portion size, excited to watch it bounce back"
"Bucephelandra came healthy, but the two sprigs were small. Nonetheless, happy with the quality of the specimens and appear to be growing well."
"Very nice plant. Buce always delivers. Nice color,. Easy to landscape nice size. Always will use this seller."
"Came healthy with a good amount of roots."
